who are the california senators

As of early 2026, California’s two U.S. senators are Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff , both members of the Democratic Party.

Who they are

• Alex Padilla (D)
  • Took office: January 20, 2021, appointed to fill the seat vacated when Kamala Harris became Vice President.

* His current term runs through **January 3, 2029** ; he is up for re‑election in **2028**.

• Adam Schiff (D)
  • Took office: December 2024, after winning the special/general election to succeed the late Dianne Feinstein.

* His current term runs through **January 3, 2031** , with an election scheduled for **2030**.

Quick reference table

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  <thead>
    <tr>
      <th>Senator</th>
      <th>Party</th>
      <th>Took office</th>
      <th>Term ends</th>
      <th>Next election</th>
    </tr>
  </thead>
  <tbody>
    <tr>
      <td>Alex Padilla</td>
      <td>Democratic</td>
      <td>January 20, 2021</td>
      <td>January 3, 2029</td>
      <td>2028</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Adam Schiff</td>
      <td>Democratic</td>
      <td>December 2024</td>
      <td>January 3, 2031</td>
      <td>2030</td>
    </tr>
  </tbody>
</table>

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